California pays for schools (at least the operational costs) at the state level since 2013 (https://www.cde.ca.gov/fg/aa/lc/lcffoverview.asp https://www.cde.ca.

California pays for schools (at least the operational costs) at the state level since 2013 (https://www.cde.ca.gov/fg/aa/lc/lcffoverview.asp https://www.cde.ca.gov/fg/aa/lc/lcffoverview.asp). Local districts can propose bond measures, but there is no guarantee they will be accepted, even in rich districts. The school bond for Poway Unified was rejected on this past ballot. What is really going to hurt district finances is enrollment. The State pays districts based on student enrollment. If students do not show up due to COVID fears, that represents a lot of lost money. Many students will not be showing up this upcoming school year.